Castles, or the remains of their legacy, adorn most villages in Provence. From crumbling grand châteaux, to pretty petite palaces, there’s a castle at every turn.
RUINED CASTLES IN PROVENCE
The ruined castles of Provence offer fabulous exploration opportunities, and often, fabulous views too! Many have underground caves, forgotten stairwells, or hidden dungeons that are ripe for discovering. Here’s a few of our favourite ruined châteaux in Provence.
Secret castles in Provence – 10 Hilltop Ruins to Discover in France
I once read somewhere that there were “no impressive castles in Provence”. And while I understand where the writer was…
Provence with Kids – Château des Baux de Provence
The school holidays are upon us here in France and I’m busy brainstorming ideas to keep my 4-year old son…
Discovering Provence’s Hidden Gems – Château de Cadenet
The southeastern region of Provence is hardly France’s best-kept secret. Popular with holidaymakers in search of sun-drenched beaches, fresh Mediterranean…
PROVENCE CASTLE HOTELS
Many Provence châteaux are now privately owned and have been converted into guest accommodation. What better way to experience a stay in Provence than to sleep like nobility?
Château de Berne – 5* Hotel in the Var
Nestled in the heart of the Provence wine region, the Château de Berne is a prestigious estate surrounded by centuries-old…
Château des Alpilles – Luxury Hotel near Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Live like an aristocrat at the Château des Alpilles, a 19th-century castle set into the heart of a magnificent park….
Château Saint-Martin & Spa – Luxury Hotel in Provence
Built on the ruins of a 12th-century fortress, the Château Saint-Martin & Spa is a five-star, luxury sanctuary in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur…
Château de Fonscolombe – Luxury Hotel in Provence
Château de Fonscolombe is an 18th-century Italianate château so exquisitel restored that to visit feels like stepping back in time….